Celebrity cruise ship Mercury ranked second in the "World's Best Ships" Conde Nast Traveler 2002 readers' survey.
Come aboard a vessel shimmering in elegance and grandeur. Mercury will be your host for delightful dining and creative relaxation. She has ten decks, each featuring an exciting facet of Celebrity's signature staterooms, suites and clubs. Expect the finest when you cruise on Mercury.

 Convenient Internet cafes allow guests to stay connected with family and friends. State-of- the-art theaters provide the perfect environment for lavish Broadway and Vegas production shows. The Michael's Club offers hand-rolled cigars, fine cognacs and port wine. The AquaSpa provides guests over 40 ways to rejuvenate the mind, body and soul. In-stateroom dining is available to guests 24 hours a day.

Ship Facts

Occupancy: 1,886
Tonnage:  77,713
Length: 866 ft
Beam: 105.6 ft
Draught: 25.5 ft
Cruise Speed: 21.5 kts
Inaugural Date: Nov 02, 1997  

Best For People Who Want:
A quality cruise at a bargain price; good food; adult-oriented atmosphere; polite service; quiet times

Should Be Avoided By People Who Prefer:
Lots of children's & sports facilities; many alternative dining venues.

Onboard Experience:
The 1,870-passenger Mercury is a second sister ship of Century. The atmosphere is warm, and friendly, while the decor is cool and classy. Mercury was once in the mega-liner category, but at 77,000 tons she is now considered small. Therefore, she is easy to navigate and you are not likely to get lost. The food and service are very good, especially in this price range of ships, the cabin amenities are extensive, and the spas are scrumptious! One little problem, however, is the vibration problems in the aft end, where the main restaurants are located. At times the sound of glasses knocking together sounds like a handbell chorus.

Decor:
There is plenty of modern art, hand-picked throughout Europe by John Chandris' own wife back when the couple still owned the cruise line. Some of is striking, while some of it, "what was the artist thinking?" The rooms are classy with marble floors and columns, dark glass panels and smoky chandeliers in some places, with full-lengths windows to the sea and chrome and glass accents in other places. Whatever it is you like, you will eventually find it.